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A recent study published in the journal Gait & Posture reveals that our bodies naturally adopt a "safety-first" mindset as we grow older, prioritizing fall prevention over smooth, effortless movement, which drains energy and slows us down.
Flinders University, University of Canberra, Dubai, Abu Dhabi
Who
Associate Professor Maarten Immink, Dr Lindsay, Dr. Cody Lindsay, Mathilde Valade, Valentina Tura, Lakshana N Palat
What
A recent study published in the journal Gait & Posture reveals that our bodies naturally adopt a "safety-first" mindset as we grow older, prioritizing fall prevention over smooth, effortless movement, which drains energy and slows us down.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 04:12:54 GMT · 2h 14m ago
Where
Flinders University, University of Canberra, Dubai, Abu Dhabi ·
Why
Scientists found that it all comes down to a major shift in how our nervous system commands the muscles around our ankles as we age.
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How this affects you
Aging bodies prioritize stability over efficiency due to changes in the nervous system's command over ankle muscles, making walking feel harder and increasing the risk of falls for older adults. Targeted exercises, including balance and coordination drills, can help maintain mobility and independence.
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6 events in this thread- Currently Reading2h 14m agoA recent study published in the journal Gait & Posture reveals that our bodies naturally adopt a "safety-first" mindset as we grow older, prioritizing fall prevention over smooth, effortless movement, which drains energy and slows us down.
- Health & Science2h 14m agoA recent study published in the journal Gait & Posture reveals that as we age, our nervous system prioritizes stability over efficient movement, altering how muscles around our ankles function and making walking feel harder.Open article
- Health & Science2h 14m agoA recent study published in the journal Gait & Posture reveals that our bodies naturally adopt a "safety-first" mindset as we grow older, prioritizing fall prevention over smooth, effortless movement due to a shift in how our nervous system commands the muscles around our ankles.Open article
- Health & Science2h 14m agoA recent study published in the journal Gait & Posture reveals that as people age, their nervous system prioritizes stability over efficient movement around the ankles, making walking feel harder.Open article
- Health & Science2h 14m agoA recent study published in the journal Gait & Posture reveals that our bodies naturally adopt a "safety-first" mindset as we grow older, shifting how our nervous system commands muscles around our ankles.Open article
- Health & Science2h 14m agoA recent study published in the journal Gait & Posture, titled "Ageing alters ankle mechanics and muscle co-contraction patterns across the gait cycle," reveals that our bodies naturally adopt a "safety-first" mindset as we grow older.Open article
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